An IP-PBX is a PBX (Private Branch Exchange) is a switch that works on computer networks, and allows one end device to talk to another. IP-PBX handles voice as it's main function, but can also switch video, data packets, and instant messaging through TCP/IP for its Internal network. It is also capable of interconnecting the digital circuit with a PSTN. IP-PBX phone systems uses a common network for both voice and data communication.
An IP-PBX system consists of one or more VoIP/ SIP phones, an IP-PBX server, and sometimes includes a VoIP Gateway. The IP-PBX server is same as a proxy server and clients can be either hardware based phones or soft phones registered with that particular IP-PBX server. Whenever the user wishes to make a call, the IP-PBX server establishes the connection. This technology uses advanced communication features and also provides robustness and scalability.
An IP-PBX connection can be established between different departments of the organization and can communicate to each other directly using the Internet service and also supports single number configuration over the connection. As a result, all the extensions in all units of the organization have a single number. The calling between the units does not cost any money.
IP PBX systems allow users to connect IP devices directly to a centralized computer network port. This system can be integrated and installed on the network using an existing LAN connection. This results in eliminating the phone wiring, and, adding or moving of extensions is much easier. An on-premise PBX server is at a short distance, so signalling distance and time is also very short and is not dependent on time taken to travel over the Internet and other networks.
IP-PBX systems are easy to install and configure. The system runs as software on a computer and for those who have knowledge of computers and networking can easily install, configure, and maintain the system. The GUI of an IP-PBX is much more user friendly compared to traditional PBX systems. This allows easier changes and addition of new features, end users and other functions.
IP-PBX systems enable a mobility option also. As they are based on Internet protocol, end devices can be moved from one location to another and can connect back to the PBX server. Also the branch offices of an organization can be added to the PBX system network and connected over the Internet. Users can also plug in a compatible IP-phone from any location to their Internet connection for extension dialling.
The IP-PBX system is secured against threats. Securing an IP-PBX doesn't require much expertise. A defense-in-depth strategy is enough to protect components of the PBX system from most of the possible threats. Isolating the components on virtual LANs is also a popular approach to secure the PBX system network.
Most of the VoIP phones have built-in switches, which set an 802.11p/Q trunk over the link to the local switch. This allows VLANs to share a physical network without leaking the information. 802.1p/Q trunk separates voice traffic from data traffic right from the phone to the IP PBX system.
Optimization is easy in an IP-PBX system. As IP extensions are software-based configurations, the number of extensions can be increased by adding IP extension licenses. A computer can handle a large number of lines and their extensions. Moreover, upgrading of the system is also possible, including the addition of features according to business needs.
The dialling and receiving of calls are intelligently controlled by the computer and hence can also be made automated. This automation needs to be configured as per requirements or conditions. A typical IP-PBX system includes internal and external lines and a computer server controls the switching and routing of calls.
About Baron Telecommunications
Baron Telecommunications has been offering communication services for over 30 years now. We provide system assessment, installation, and ongoing service. We provide advanced products from Toshiba and Shoretel. Call us today on (360)285-3690 for all your communication needs.
An IP-PBX system consists of one or more VoIP/ SIP phones, an IP-PBX server, and sometimes includes a VoIP Gateway. The IP-PBX server is same as a proxy server and clients can be either hardware based phones or soft phones registered with that particular IP-PBX server. Whenever the user wishes to make a call, the IP-PBX server establishes the connection. This technology uses advanced communication features and also provides robustness and scalability.
An IP-PBX connection can be established between different departments of the organization and can communicate to each other directly using the Internet service and also supports single number configuration over the connection. As a result, all the extensions in all units of the organization have a single number. The calling between the units does not cost any money.
IP PBX systems allow users to connect IP devices directly to a centralized computer network port. This system can be integrated and installed on the network using an existing LAN connection. This results in eliminating the phone wiring, and, adding or moving of extensions is much easier. An on-premise PBX server is at a short distance, so signalling distance and time is also very short and is not dependent on time taken to travel over the Internet and other networks.
IP-PBX systems are easy to install and configure. The system runs as software on a computer and for those who have knowledge of computers and networking can easily install, configure, and maintain the system. The GUI of an IP-PBX is much more user friendly compared to traditional PBX systems. This allows easier changes and addition of new features, end users and other functions.
IP-PBX systems enable a mobility option also. As they are based on Internet protocol, end devices can be moved from one location to another and can connect back to the PBX server. Also the branch offices of an organization can be added to the PBX system network and connected over the Internet. Users can also plug in a compatible IP-phone from any location to their Internet connection for extension dialling.
The IP-PBX system is secured against threats. Securing an IP-PBX doesn't require much expertise. A defense-in-depth strategy is enough to protect components of the PBX system from most of the possible threats. Isolating the components on virtual LANs is also a popular approach to secure the PBX system network.
Most of the VoIP phones have built-in switches, which set an 802.11p/Q trunk over the link to the local switch. This allows VLANs to share a physical network without leaking the information. 802.1p/Q trunk separates voice traffic from data traffic right from the phone to the IP PBX system.
Optimization is easy in an IP-PBX system. As IP extensions are software-based configurations, the number of extensions can be increased by adding IP extension licenses. A computer can handle a large number of lines and their extensions. Moreover, upgrading of the system is also possible, including the addition of features according to business needs.
The dialling and receiving of calls are intelligently controlled by the computer and hence can also be made automated. This automation needs to be configured as per requirements or conditions. A typical IP-PBX system includes internal and external lines and a computer server controls the switching and routing of calls.
About Baron Telecommunications
Baron Telecommunications has been offering communication services for over 30 years now. We provide system assessment, installation, and ongoing service. We provide advanced products from Toshiba and Shoretel. Call us today on (360)285-3690 for all your communication needs.
